I think I might have forgotten a tampon inside me a few months ago, but Ive used tampons since then. What are the symptoms of toxic shock syndrome?
First of all, if you think you might have a tampon left inside, “a few months” is way too long to wait! Toxic Shock Syndrome is a very rare but potentially serious condition caused by toxins released from the common (and usually friendly) skin bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. Staph aureus infections can occur in other circumstances, but when a foreign body like a tampon is left in the vagina for days, these bacteria can multiply, especially in the presence of nutrient-rich blood, and release their toxins, causing the syndrome. The symptoms of toxic shock syndrome include a high fever, a diffuse rash that can include peeling skin when more severe, feeling unwell, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, fast heart rate, dizziness or fainting from low blood pressure, and confusion. If severe and not treated, this can progress to shock, organ damage or even death. Again, this syndrome is very rare (about 1 in 100,000 women) but you will notice that all tampon boxes have warnings about it. To reduce y
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